Thrive After 55: 3 Tips for Healthy Knees
As a Personal Trainer, and after working for years in Physical Therapy, I know from many women that they can’t exercise or are limited to only walking because they have “bad knees.” As we age, it is common to experience osteoarthritis…
Read MoreSinging Lessons or Choir – Which One Is Right for You?
I was recently talking with a friend in her 60s who told me that she was considering auditioning to join a choir. She explained to me, “My voice is getting weak. I just don’t have the power I used to have. Do you think that singing in a choir…
Read MoreWhat Does Fitness Mean for You?
What do you want to be fit for? Fitness means something different for everyone. Some people want to be fit for trail running, others for windsurfing or mountain biking. However, there’s more to fitness than handstands, marathons and bulging biceps…
Read More4 Pilates Health Benefits You Never Expected!
If you’re reading this article, it’s likely that you’ve already heard that Pilates is good for your body. However, there are so many ways that Pilates can improve your life in addition to protecting and strengthening your muscles!
Read More10 Tricks to Squeeze Exercise into Your Day in Your 60s
Would you rather read a book than take a walk? Do you prefer cooking to working out? Well, you’re not alone. We all know exercise is important for our health, yet only 20% of the population get regular, adequate exercise…
Read More6 Tips to Safely Get Back into Exercise, Even if It’s Been a While!
It’s been a while since you have been in a regular exercise routine, life was busy. But you are tired of feeling blah, tired of a few extra pounds especially in the middle, tired of the laundry list of aches and pains, and tired of not feeling like yourself!
Read More5 Reasons Older Women Should Lift Weights
Many older women think weightlifting is for men, or (at the very least) for younger women. However, the benefits of weightlifting for older women are striking…
Read MoreHow Breast Cancer Can Impact Incontinence in Women
Most individuals associate cancer treatments with common symptoms of hair loss, fatigue and weight loss. However, many don’t realize the direct impact cancer treatments can have on our pelvic floor function and increase the likelihood…
Read More6 Gift Ideas for Fitness Enthusiasts
Are you looking for interesting gift ideas? Are your friends or family keen on exercising or hoping to get fitter? Would you like to buy them gifts they will use again and again? Below is a selection of gift ideas perfect for people who want to stay active…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Practice Falling After 60
“Until you actually learn to fall, your nervous system will never truly know that it is actually safe to fall.” – Dr. Shante Cofield. I spend the majority of my time discussing concerns about falls with my clients…
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